Miss. Code Ann. § 37-12-11

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MS Code › Title 37 › Chapter 12 › Section 12-11

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This chapter shall not be construed to authorize this state or any of its political subdivisions to do either of the following:

(a) Require any person to participate in prayer or in any other religious activity.

(b) Violate the constitutional rights of any person.

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